Structural Designer 1 -- Energy & Industrial Group

Sargent & Lundy • Chicago, IL

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Structural Designer 1 develops CAD 3D design models of steel structures and concrete foundations and produces 2D drawing deliverables. The role supports senior designers by preparing structural drawings on time and within budget while maintaining quality, consistency, accountability, and alignment with customer requirements. It collaborates with mechanical and electrical designers to resolve clashes in 3D models and optimize designs. Travel to client facilities with experienced project team members may be necessary to verify physical design conditions. The work spans power generation, mining, oil and gas, and renewable energy technologies, including carbon capture, solar, wind, battery storage, hydrogen, and natural gas.

The position has a hybrid work arrangement, with three days per week in the office and two days working remotely. Employees may use data, automation, artificial intelligence, and other digital tools where relevant, while remaining accountable for their work and applying appropriate professional judgment and review.

Requirements

• A CAD certificate is required if the candidate does not have a degree.
• A minimum of 4 years of experience in structural design.
• Proficiency in at least one major CAD software, such as AutoCAD or MicroStation.
• Awareness of the American Concrete Institute (ACI) for foundation design.
• Awareness of the American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) manual for steel design.
• Awareness of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
• Attention to detail.
• Time management skills.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in Computer Aided Design Technology.
• Relevant prior experience.
• Experience with Bentley OpenBuildings Designer.
• Experience with Autodesk Navisworks.
• Interest in and ability to learn and effectively use emerging technologies relevant to the role.
• Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies, where relevant.

Responsibilities

• Develop CAD 3D design models of steel structures and concrete foundations for 2D drawing deliverables.
• Support senior designers by producing structural drawings on time and within budget while meeting quality, consistency, accountability, and customer requirements.
• Collaborate with mechanical and electrical designers to resolve clashes in 3D models and optimize the overall design.
• Travel to client facilities with experienced project team members, as necessary, to verify on-site physical design conditions.
• Adapt to technologies and projects in power generation, mining, oil and gas, and renewable energy.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision health plans.
• Life and accident insurance.
• Disability coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Back-up daycare.
• FSA and HSA.
• 401(k).
• Pre-tax commuter account.
• Merit scholarship program.
• Employee discount program.
• Corporate charitable giving program.
• Tuition assistance.
• First professional licensure bonus.
• Employee referral bonus.
• Paid annual personal/sick time.
• Paid vacation.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid parental leave.
• Paid bereavement leave.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Potential eligibility for a yearly discretionary bonus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree